Processor's Edge

Features

OPP Bottles: Has Their Time Come?
Maybe this time the often-predicted breakthrough will actually occur. What could make the difference are improved resins, clarifiers, and machinery.

Rheometers: Which Type Is Right for You?
Capillary and torque rheometers are good for simulating processing conditions, troubleshooting, and QC. But dynamic rotational instruments can tell you more about a resin's molecular structure.

Still the Next Big Thing
If this month’s cover story has a familiar ring to you, it’s because this is not the first time the big OPP breakthrough has been announced.